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Video: BikePark Wales and NRW to transform 400 acres of mountainside
10Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Editor's Pick, Stadiums & Venues, Wales

Video: BikePark Wales and NRW to transform 400 acres of mountainside

UK mountain bike venue BikePark Wales, located in the heart of the Brecon Beacons, and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) have announced plans to transform 400 acres of Welsh mountainside. NRW, which manages the Welsh Government Woodland Estate, has worked closely with BikePark Wales since its first breaking trail in 2013, but a new lease has now been signed to rewild the mountain, add trails and accommodation.  As part of the new 33-year lease, revenue from visiting mountain bikers will be invested in a “Future Forest Vision” that will see the vast majority of BikePark Wales’s mountain return to its natural state. The rewilding plan will see the site change in the coming decades from classic commercial forestry management to a regime that promotes biodiversity gains, improves the resilienc...
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Scottish golf bucket list: best golf resorts in Scotland
18Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides, Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Scotland, Sports Travel, Wales

Scottish golf bucket list: best golf resorts in Scotland

Here at Sports Tourism Media we love a bit of golf – and we also love Scotland. Okay, we're definitely not good enough to be swinging with the best of 'em on the top golf courses in the home of golf, but every hacker can dream, right? In this round-up – which is pretty much our Scotland golf travel bucket list – we pick out some of Scotland's best "stay and play" golf resorts and hotels (ranked in no particular order). These places are so picturesque that even if your game isn't up to scratch, they're worth a visit just to admire the scenery. And there's the bonus of a dram or two of Scotch, of course... Did you know? The East Lothian region is known as “Scotland’s golf coast”. Along 30 miles of coastal terrain there are 21 Scottish golf courses, which makes it the "g...
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Sports event guide: The Hundred 2022
5May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
England, Events, Guides, Sports Travel, Wales

Sports event guide: The Hundred 2022

2022 sports event guide CRICKET: THE HUNDRED Cricket fans in England and Wales will welcome the return of The Hundred in the summer of 2022. Featuring eight teams from seven cities, and tournaments for both men and women, the 100-ball cricket competition starts on Wednesday 3 August and ends with a double-header finals day at Lord’s on Saturday 3 September. The Hundred 2022 Dates: Wednesday 3 August to Saturday 3 September 2022 Teams: Welsh Fire (Cardiff), Southern Brave (Southampton), Northern Superchargers (Leeds), London Spirit (London), Trent Rockets (Nottingham), Oval Invincibles (London), Manchester Originals (Manchester), Birmingham Phoenix (Birmingham) Fixtures,...
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15 very cool places to stay in the UK – for beach, outdoors and adventure
7Dec By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
England, Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Scotland, Sports Travel, Wales

15 very cool places to stay in the UK – for beach, outdoors and adventure

The Coolstays.com website has a collection of unique and unusual places to stay across the UK, Europe and worldwide. We pick out 15 very cool UK properties which have an active theme – options include by the sea, outdoors, wild swimming and more… Nagden House (Image credit: Coolstays.com) Nagden House Where: Faversham, Kent, EnglandAbout the property: “With stunning panoramic views across Graveney Marshes, Nagden House is a stylish and secluded rural retreat in Kent”Ideal for: groups, dog friendly, wild swimming, families, boating Details: sleeps 10, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathroomsPrice: from £1,969-£4,245 per weekHow to book: coolstays.com The Lodge in the Loch (Image credit: Coolstays.com) The Lodge in the Loch  Where: Portree, Isle of Skye, ScotlandAbout the property: “L...
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#12NightsOutIn1Year: Cycling UK and Ordnance Survey launch ‘bikepacking’ challenge
26May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Cardiff, Edinburgh, England, Holidays & Trips, London, Scotland, Sports Travel, Wales

#12NightsOutIn1Year: Cycling UK and Ordnance Survey launch ‘bikepacking’ challenge

Cycling UK and Ordnance Survey have announced details of a year-long “bikepacking” challenge to help more people discover and enjoy the great outdoors. The #12NightsOutIn1Year challenge will encourage entrants to head out on their bike and experience a night beneath the stars, in a tent, bivi bag or hammock, at least once a month over the course of a year and to photograph their experiences. Each month, participants who have posted their photos and experiences on Instagram using the #12NightsOutIn1Year hashtag will automatically be entered into a monthly competition to win a range of cycle and navigation related prizes. Nick Giles, managing director of Ordnance Survey Leisure, said: “We passionately believe in the benefits the great outdoors can bring to us all. Through our app, ...
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Head to BikePark Wales for the UK’s ultimate mountain bike experience
22Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Travel, Wales

Head to BikePark Wales for the UK’s ultimate mountain bike experience

Two major trends which have blossomed over the last few years and certainly risen to greater prominence during the pandemic, is the "staycation" and "biking" in all its forms. Feeding off both of these, BikePark Wales has launched an all-new mountain bike experience for beginner riders at its purpose-built resort in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons. The new package is the perfect way to celebrate the easing of lockdown this summer, and it's ideal for families and novice mountain bikers looking for a fun introduction to the sport. As well as a personal guide, the park will provide guests with everything one needs including bikes and all the kit, plus lifts back to the top of the hill.  Located in the beautiful Gethin forest, BikePark Wales is home to the UK's greatest an...
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A sports travel guide to… Cardiff
1Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Cardiff, Guides, Sports Travel, Wales

A sports travel guide to… Cardiff

A sports travel guide to... CARDIFF If you plan to visit the Welsh capital then try and get a ticket to watch the national team in an international rugby union match at the Principality Stadium. Rugby weekends in Cardiff are superb and the Welsh rugby fans are as good as any sporting crowd anywhere in the world. Cardiff’s not just a rugby city though - there’s also football, ice hockey, cricket, golf and plenty of major sporting events to enjoy throughout the year. Teams, venues and major events Stadiums, venues and teams Sports teamsRugby union: Cardiff Blues, Cardiff RFC Football: Cardiff CityIce hockey: Cardiff Devils  Cricket: Glamorgan CCCStadiums and venues Principality Stadium (rugby union, football; 74,500 capacity)Cardiff Ci...
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